The artist is Omar Akram. Poised to break into the elite upper echelon of contemporary instrumental artists with Free as a Bird, Omar has created music laden with rich influences from his travels worldwide. Sumptuous romantic melodies, worldly textures and exotic rhythms, this album bears repeated listening for hours of carefree satisfaction. Joined by headliner musicians Ramon Stagnaro, Pedro Eustache, Charlie Bisharat, Gregg Karukas, Eric Marienthal and David Dial.